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Clad has been grading Al Jazeera English segments since Jun 2026 — 210 reports so far, published several times a week. Its most-covered subjects on Clad: Iran, Israel & Gaza, Foreign Policy. Every report checks the segment's load-bearing claims against primary sources, then scores the coverage for factual accuracy, political lean, and how the public received it — so you can see how Al Jazeera English's reporting holds up story by story, not just take its word for it.

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Trump proposes declaring Strait of Hormuz US territory after Iran defeat

Aug 17, 2026

Al Jazeera English segment reports President Trump's recent remarks doubling down on making the Strait of Hormuz US territory, citing the ongoing blockade that he says controls shipping and reduces Iranian oil exports. It features analysis from Brian Clark of the Hudson Institute on maximalist positions from both sides, the expired June memorandum of understanding, Iranian factions including the IRGC, and limited US military options short of full escort operations. The second half covers Clark's view that diplomacy has stalled with talks across Iranian institutions yielding little traction with the IRGC, economic pressure from the blockade, and his prediction of a resolution involving Iran and Oman with fees plus a US fig leaf.

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US-Iran MoU expires as Strait of Hormuz standoff persists

Aug 16, 2026

The segment analyzes the impending expiry of the June 2026 US-Iran MoU, which aimed to halt military action and open 60 days of talks that have stalled. It covers the ongoing Hormuz closure by Iran, US sanctions and port blockade, and limited negotiation progress via Qatar, Pakistan, and Oman. Expert Alan Eyre, a former US diplomat on the 2015 JCPOA team, argues the expiry changes little due to prior violations and describes Iran's strategy to pressure the US ahead of midterms. He outlines Trump's constrained options, including ceding control of the strait or walking away, amid risks of escalation against Gulf infrastructure.

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Albanese links Qusra settler siege to West Bank displacement policy

Aug 16, 2026

Al Jazeera English aired UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese commenting on recent events in the West Bank village of Qusra. She placed local settler actions in the context of decades of Israeli policy, the ICJ advisory opinion on the occupation, and alleged state-enabled displacement. Albanese described Israel outsourcing coercion to settlers and advancing ethnic cleansing. She referenced statements by Israeli ministers about shifting focus from Gaza to the West Bank. The segment relies on her analysis with no additional guests or on-screen data.

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Al Jazeera reports from Labuan Bajo on Flores after M7.7 quake kills dozens

Aug 16, 2026

Al Jazeera English aired a live report from correspondent Jessica Washington in Labuan Bajo (spelled variously in the segment) on Flores Island, East Nusa Tenggara province. The segment described damage to a hotel and other buildings, evacuation of guests, and listed priority hard-hit areas of Manggarai, East Manggarai, Sikka and Nagekeo. It noted the local government's two-week emergency declaration, at least 5,000 people in shelters, and ongoing search-and-rescue plus aid distribution efforts. The report referenced planes carrying rescue personnel and supplies, confirmed that crews were reaching most affected communities despite some roadblocks, and emphasized priorities of medicine, food, water and shelter materials. No named guests or additional experts appeared; sourcing relied on unnamed local authorities and on-scene observation.

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Orthopedic surgeon Mark Perlmutter recounts leg amputation on 5-year-old in Gaza without anesthesia

Aug 16, 2026

Al Jazeera English aired a clip of orthopedic surgeon Mark Perlmutter describing a leg amputation he performed on a five-year-old girl in Gaza without proper anesthesia. The only sedation came from the anesthesiologist singing to her; she remained awake throughout. Perlmutter ties the 3 a.m. procedure to the ceasefire breaking at 2:30 a.m. on the 18th, notes the ER filled with children missing limbs at a small 40-50 bed hospital, and recalls texting a U.S. senator and Trump's campaign manager to urge President Trump to intervene as Reagan did in 1982.

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Hind Khoudary opens beach cafe in Gaza City to revive pre-war routines

Aug 15, 2026

The AJ Shorts video features Palestinian journalist Hind Khoudary describing her recent decision to open a beach cafe in Gaza City. She highlights daily challenges securing electricity and water, the high costs involved, and the effort to offer even a small service to locals. Segments show people enjoying the beach through activities like watching sunsets, singing, and playing drums. The piece positions the cafe as an attempt to restore a beloved aspect of life in the enclave. It draws on Khoudary's firsthand experience as both resident and reporter.

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Caroline Bezengi tanker oil spill reaches Omani coastline after June grounding

Aug 15, 2026

The segment covers a major oil spill from the grounded Caroline Bezengi tanker off Oman's Dhofar coast near the Hallaniyat Islands marine reserve. It describes cleanup efforts, the vessel's leakage spreading to shoreline and protected habitats, and the tanker's route from Russia toward India. The report identifies the tanker as part of Russia's shadow fleet under sanctions, notes an explosion reported off Yemen in early June, and references broader shipping risks from conflicts in Ukraine and Iran, plus separate slicks in the Gulf.

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KNPB stages West Papua protests marking 64th anniversary of 1962 New York Agreement

Aug 15, 2026

The segment covers demonstrations across West Papua commemorating the 1962 New York Agreement, met with police dispersal using tear gas and water cannons. It highlights indigenous views of denied self-determination, KNPB organization, and claims of military operations displacing tens of thousands.

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Settlers besiege three Palestinian families in Qusra homes for nearly a week

Aug 15, 2026

The Al Jazeera short reports on three Palestinian families trapped in two homes in Qusra, south of Nablus, for nearly a week as of mid-August 2026. Israeli settlers and soldiers are described as surrounding the homes, restricting supplies, and sabotaging utilities while attempting to enter. It highlights fear among residents including two young girls and notes a prior similar siege in nearby Jalud that forced a family to flee after months.

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Delfland bans surface water irrigation in Westland as drought cracks Dutch dikes

Aug 15, 2026

The segment reports on visible cracks in Dutch dikes from prolonged drought, water authorities prioritizing dike safety by banning fresh water use for irrigation, and resulting panic among greenhouse growers in Westland. It includes on-site footage, grower interviews warning of crop losses within days, and expert commentary linking the event to accelerating climate change. Sourcing draws on local water authority statements, grower accounts, and unnamed experts. The report emphasizes the Netherlands' established water priority hierarchy and backup measures like stored fresh water or potential treated sewage use.

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Mogadishu opens first government water quality lab in decades

Aug 12, 2026

The segment reports on the opening of a new government water quality testing laboratory in Mogadishu, the first in decades, making tests mandatory and free for well operators. It highlights residents' long uncertainty over drinking water quality, contamination risks from wells, tanker trucks, and bottling facilities, and links to waterborne diseases. Interviews include officials announcing certification requirements, a bottling company operator welcoming oversight while denying sales of contaminated water, residents noting improved safety from tested wells, and laboratory workers conducting tests on dug wells. Sourcing relies on on-the-ground reporting by correspondent Ahmed (likely from Al Jazeera), with visuals of the lab, trucks, and testing. No named external experts or anonymous officials; it presents balanced views from government, operators, residents, and unnamed critics questioning scalability for a city of over 3 million. The throughline is cautious optimism about reduced contamination amid ongoing challenges in a post-conflict setting.

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Al Jazeera: Ex-US diplomat urges Trump to accept Iranian Hormuz control for temporary reopening

Aug 11, 2026

The segment discusses ongoing mediation by Pakistan and Qatar amid the 2026 US-Iran war, focusing on advanced Iran-Oman talks for a temporary traffic separation scheme (TSS) in the Strait of Hormuz with agreed routes and GPS coordinates. It notes Iran's conditions—war damages compensation, unfreezing assets, ending regional fighting (including Israel-Hezbollah), and lifting the naval blockade—before reopening, linking these to a June memorandum of understanding signed by Trump and Pezeshkian. Guest Alan Eyre, former JCPOA negotiator, explains the temporary 60-day nature, Iran's 'war footing' leverage, US veto power despite outsourced diplomacy, and sequencing disputes. He advises Trump to 'take the less bad deal' by accepting short-term Iranian sovereignty over the strait, using existing talking points to claim victory, warning of economic pain in a month if shipping stays constricted alongside Bab el-Mandeb issues. Sourcing mixes unnamed reports, recent statements from Oman/Qatar, and Trump's public claim on demining.

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Search for survivors continues after 7.4 quake kills over 200 in Colombia

Aug 11, 2026

The short Al Jazeera segment reports on the immediate aftermath of a major earthquake in western Colombia, focusing on ongoing searches for survivors amid collapsed buildings and damaged infrastructure. It highlights impacts on health facilities, including partial collapse of a hospital tower serving cardiology and pediatric patients and full evacuation of another clinic, alongside damage to water systems affecting medical operations. The clip includes foreign speech, likely from officials or on-scene reporting, and emphasizes the urgent need for rescue efforts. Sourcing relies on implied official updates and on-the-ground footage rather than named experts. No specific death toll or magnitude is stated in the clip itself. The throughline is the human and infrastructural toll in the first hours and days after the August 10, 2026 event.

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Russia claims 396 Ukrainian drones downed as strikes hit Orenburg refinery and Voronezh warehouses

Aug 11, 2026

The Al Jazeera segment reported on an overnight wave of Ukrainian drone attacks deep inside Russia. It cited Russian air defenses destroying 396 drones across several regions, with specific impacts including an attack on an oil refinery or industrial site in Orenburg region and a strike in Voronezh region that killed one person, injured two, and caused a major fire at two warehouses of the retailer Wildberries. The report framed these as part of Ukraine intensifying long-range strikes into Russian territory. Sourcing relied primarily on Russian official statements from the Defense Ministry and local authorities. It included brief comments from President Vladimir Putin rejecting quick freezes of the conflict without achieving the "special military operation" goals of demilitarization and Ukrainian neutrality. No Ukrainian officials or independent analysts were quoted in the clip.

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US Depletes Half of Patriot, THAAD Stocks Six Months into Iran War

Aug 10, 2026

The Al Jazeera segment examines US munitions depletion nearly six months after the February 28, 2026 start of the US-Iran war (Operation Epic Fury). It reports heavy use of Patriot (up to 60%), THAAD (halved), Tomahawk (850 in first month, over 1,000 total), and other precision missiles, forcing selective intercepts and potential limits on strikes. Reports detail redeployments from South Korea, costs ($4M per Patriot, $12-15M per THAAD), and multi-year replenishment timelines. Guests Mark Cancian (CSIS) and Dan Grazier (Stimson Center) discuss predictability, systemic industrial base failures despite high spending, risks to Taiwan contingencies, impacts on allies, and shifts toward diplomacy.

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US and Iran engage in indirect talks via Oman and Pakistan amid conflicting signals

Aug 9, 2026

The Al Jazeera English segment analyzes the indirect US-Iran negotiation process, noting Iran's refusal of direct talks leads to communications routed through Omani and Pakistani intermediaries. It describes positive signals received by the US contrasted with seemingly contradictory hardline announcements from Tehran, attributing this to IRGC elements overriding the foreign ministry. The discussion highlights US perceptions that diplomats have agreed on core issues like sanctions relief, but new non-negotiable demands such as reparations repeatedly emerge. The segment frames this as the two sides talking past each other, complicating progress on a potential agreement following the 2026 war and ceasefire memorandum. Sourcing relies on unnamed diplomats and Washington interpretations without on-camera guests or specific named experts in the provided transcript. It references recent weeks of apparent near-agreements derailed by Tehran statements, aligning with broader coverage of ongoing Hormuz-focused technical talks mediated by Oman and Qatar as of early August 2026.

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Indonesia's landfills exceed capacity as Bantar Gebang hits 65m height

Aug 9, 2026

The Al Jazeera segment focuses on Bantar Gebang, Indonesia's largest landfill on Jakarta's outskirts, depicting a 100+ hectare site with waste piled 65m high. It highlights risks including strong odors, methane gas fires, and trash landslides, referencing a March 2026 collapse that killed seven people. The report covers the Indonesian government's pledge to end open dumping, introduce mandatory waste sorting at source, reshape slopes, improve drainage, manage methane, and accept only residual waste at landfills. Sourcing relies on on-site footage, reporter Jessica Washington in Jakarta, an interview with a government official describing engineering improvements, and direct quotes from informal waste collectors worried about lost income. The piece notes the policy as one of the biggest waste reforms in decades while acknowledging plans for safer formal jobs and more processing facilities.

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Al Jazeera traces threats to Machu Picchu and Río Plátano from tourism, deforestation

Aug 8, 2026

The Al Jazeera segment examines two UNESCO World Heritage sites facing existential threats. In Peru, it visits Machu Picchu, highlighting tourist foot traffic causing stone erosion, climate-driven landslides, melting glaciers, waste issues, and the recent approval of a master plan capping daily visitors at 5,600 while addressing sewage and urban growth in Machu Picchu Pueblo. In Honduras, correspondent Alessandro Rampeti travels to the Río Plátano Biosphere Reserve, documenting illegal cattle ranching, logging, gold mining, drug trafficking, and violence against indigenous defenders; it notes over 5,000 km² of forest lost since 2010 and the site's long placement on the danger list. The broadcast features archaeologist interviews, community leaders, a museum director expert on UNESCO policies, and visuals of biodiversity and ancient sites. It concludes that human activity and climate change endanger Latin America's natural and cultural treasures despite local and international efforts.

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Kyiv grassroots folk dances grow as Ukrainians seek tradition amid war

Aug 8, 2026

The segment profiles monthly grassroots folk dance events in Kyiv (referred to as Pesna LA) that continue despite occasional cancellations for air strikes. It features the founder explaining heightened interest in Ukrainian traditions since Russia's 2014 intervention and the 2022 full-scale invasion, describing culture as a source of stability in an unstable world. Attendees, including a young woman with family members serving in the army, discuss finding camaraderie, processing emotions collectively, and drawing strength from traditions more than four years into the war.

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Mamdani Congratulates El-Sayed on Michigan Senate Primary Win

Aug 5, 2026

In this Al Jazeera Shorts clip, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani congratulates Dr. Abdul El-Sayed on winning Michigan's Democratic U.S. Senate primary. Mamdani dismisses comparisons labeling El-Sayed a 'mini Mamdani,' praises his physical strength in a light-hearted remark, and highlights the candidate's success despite massive outside spending and not holding current elected office. He credits the campaign's platform and grassroots strategy. The segment draws from Mamdani's recent public comments following the August 4, 2026 primary. It references campaign finance figures and the challenger's underdog status without named independent experts or opposing voices. The throughline portrays the win as evidence that progressive messaging on economic issues can prevail over heavy financial opposition.

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Arab officials urge international intervention on Jerusalem holy sites

Aug 5, 2026

The Al Jazeera English segment features Arab officials issuing a joint alarm over escalating tensions in Jerusalem's holy sites, specifically condemning Israeli settler incursions into the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound. It calls on the international community to intervene to halt what it describes as Israeli violations, end West Bank occupation policies, restore hope for a two-state peace, and address the ongoing catastrophe in Gaza. The officials strongly condemn Israeli military actions in Gaza as undermining a recent ceasefire agreement and regional stability. The sourcing relies entirely on the Arab foreign ministers' joint statement (from Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Turkey, Pakistan, Indonesia) and related Palestinian accounts, with no named Israeli officials or independent verification presented in the clip. Graphics or footage of the July 23 incursions appear implied but not detailed in the transcript. The throughline emphasizes Israeli actions as the primary threat to peace and security.

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Iran rejects Oman's 50/50 Hormuz plan, counters with full control of one lane

Jul 29, 2026

Al Jazeera English reports on recent Iran-Oman negotiations over managing shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. An Omani delegation visited Tehran for talks on Friday and Saturday. Oman proposed a 50/50 split of routes plus a regional consortium with voluntary fees. Iran rejected the consortium and offered its own terms for control of the lanes. The segment features correspondent Rasul Sarda reporting from Tehran, citing Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kasm Garibadi (Kazem Gharibabadi) as the main source for details of the proposals and Iran's insistence on exclusive bilateral management between the two littoral states. Iran warns the strait will remain closed if its counter-proposal is rejected.

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Keiko Fujimori sworn in as Peru president after narrow 2026 runoff win

Jul 29, 2026

The segment covers Keiko Fujimori's July 28, 2026 inauguration as Peru's president following her narrow runoff victory. It includes excerpts from her oath promising rule of law and unity, criticism of prior governments on corruption and services, and her focus on crime. It notes divisions over her father Alberto Fujimori's legacy and international attendance. The second part addresses Peru's recent instability with nine presidents in roughly a decade, her party's Senate control, and calls for unity without referencing her father.

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Trump eulogizes Lindsey Graham at National Cathedral funeral attended by Zelenskyy and Netanyahu

Jul 29, 2026

Al Jazeera English reports on the memorial and funeral for Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died July 11, 2026, at age 71. Segments cover the Capitol tribute, Trump's eulogy, Graham's persona and alliance with Trump, an anecdote about Muammar Gaddafi, his reputation as a warhawk, and attendance by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the National Cathedral service. Reporter Patty Culhane notes Graham's more than 30 years in Congress and influence on US foreign policy. Sourcing draws on video clips of speeches, on-site reporting, and biographical details; no anonymous sources or graphics referenced beyond the event footage.

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Gaza doctors report sharp rise in miscarriages amid war conditions

Jul 28, 2026

The segment profiles two women in Gaza who suffered multiple miscarriages during the war. It attributes the losses to repeated displacement, air strikes, malnutrition, psychological stress and the collapse of the healthcare system. Doctors are quoted linking around 70% of treated lost pregnancies to war and blockade effects including poor hygiene and environmental damage. The piece ends by contrasting destroyed infrastructure with unfulfilled motherhood.

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Tate attorney warns allegations raise jail violence risk for brothers amid extradition fight

Jul 28, 2026

Al Jazeera English clip covers comments from the Tate brothers' attorney and Tristan Tate regarding the impact of serious allegations against them. The attorney discusses how the charges create risks in jail due to prison hierarchies. Tristan responds to questions about his conduct in solitary confinement, emphasizing mental toughness.

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ICE faces scrutiny over fatal shootings in Maine and Texas amid expanded operations

Jul 27, 2026

The segment examines recent fatal ICE shootings during traffic stops in Houston and Maine, lists prior incidents across states, and discusses expanded hiring, deportations, and calls for body cameras and oversight. It covers a joint HRW/ACLU report alleging abuse at Camp East Montana detention facility and rising deaths in custody. Guests include policy director Jessica Vaughn from the Center for Immigration Studies and former ICE acting chief of staff Deborah Flyshaker. Sourcing draws on DHS statements, polls, and advocacy reports.

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Netherlands fuel prices hit 2026 records as refinery costs rise amid Iran war

Jul 27, 2026

The segment follows a Rotterdam maternity nurse whose fuel costs rose above €110 per tank and reports organization calls to limit work areas alongside an employer travel allowance. It highlights research claiming high fuel prices worsen inequality, with low-income households spending 17% of income on transport versus 9.7% for average and 6.9% for high earners. The report visits Europe's largest refinery in Rotterdam, attributes much of the price surge to doubled refinery costs now making up 25% of petrol price (up from 10% pre-Iran war), and notes one-third of European refineries closed over 15 years due to regulations and clean-energy policies plus recent Ukraine strikes on Russian facilities.

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Israeli forces raid Qalandia UNRWA training center, fire tear gas

Jul 27, 2026

The segment shows an on-site reporter at the UNRWA vocational training center near Kalandia refugee camp describing the immediate aftermath of an Israeli raid. It details forces entering without notice, ordering staff and students aside, firing tear gas that allegedly sparked a fire, and links the event to Israel's broader restrictions on UNRWA in East Jerusalem.

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Analyst says US-Iran war fails to force systemic change ahead of Netanyahu-Trump meeting

Jul 27, 2026

The segment discusses Netanyahu's upcoming Washington visit with Trump amid a two-day pause in US strikes on Iran. It covers possible logistics-driven limits on continued operations and tentative diplomatic moves including Oman-Iran talks. The analyst, Dr. Robert Geist Pinfold of the Gulf International Forum and King's College London, assesses munitions use, the absence of regime or behavioral change in Iran, persistent chokepoint issues in the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el Mandeb, and strains in US-Israel coordination over ceasefire timing.

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Sudanese army announces full control of Omdurman-El Obeid highway after RSF clashes

Jul 26, 2026

Al Jazeera English reports the Sudanese army's announcement that it has regained control of the strategic highway between Khartoum and El Obeid, capital of North Kordofan, after two days of fighting with the RSF. The segment details recaptured towns and villages along the route, restoring a direct connection for the first time in months.

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Trump pardons ex-Honduran president Hernandez, who returns home amid pending corruption charges

Jul 26, 2026

The segment covers the return of former Honduran president Juan Orlando Hernandez to Honduras in July 2026 after his December 2025 pardon by President Trump. It recaps his 2022 extradition, 2024 conviction on drug-trafficking and firearms charges, 45-year sentence, and the pardon announcement citing harsh treatment under the prior administration. Hernandez is shown praying with family and addressing supporters; the report notes ongoing Honduran corruption charges under the new National Party president and differing U.S. handling of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro.

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Trump pauses Iran strikes for diplomacy amid regional mediation push

Jul 26, 2026

Al Jazeera English aired an interview with Middle East specialist Daniela Acei (likely Dania Arayssi of New Lines Institute) analyzing the recent pause in US strikes on Iran. The segment covers Trump's decision to halt military action after nearly two weeks, potential mediation by Oman, Qatar, and Pakistan, Netanyahu's upcoming Washington visit, and Iran's economic vulnerabilities from oil blockade and infrastructure attacks. It also addresses conditions for ending conflict tied to Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon and a US-backed framework involving pilot zones in southern Lebanon.

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Alastair Campbell outlines Andy Burnham's early domestic and foreign policy moves as UK PM

Jul 26, 2026

The segment is an interview with Alastair Campbell on Al Jazeera English about Andy Burnham becoming the UK's seventh prime minister in ten years after Keir Starmer's resignation on 20 July 2026. Campbell, a former Blair aide and Burnham acquaintance, discusses the new PM's challenges including economic growth, relations with Europe and the US, immigration, and rough sleeping.

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Senator Whitehouse faults Trump Iran policy and Netanyahu as provocation

Jul 26, 2026

Al Jazeera English host Steve Clemens interviews Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse on U.S. handling of the Ukraine war, Gaza ceasefire and Iran conflict under President Trump. Whitehouse criticizes broken campaign promises, alleged incompetence, Kushner-Witkoff negotiations and Netanyahu's role. Segments cover sanctions legislation, Democratic primary dynamics and Supreme Court reform. The discussion references Graham's recent death, upcoming Israeli elections and international perceptions of U.S. reliability.

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Kenya reports goon-linked violence in recent clashes, Ruto vows crackdown ahead of 2027 vote

Jul 26, 2026

The segment covers recent attacks in central Kenya involving masked armed men, including the beating death of motorcycle rider James Muigai and shooting of Zachary Mukora during what appears to be a by-election or rally-related violence last Saturday. It highlights a mother's account of her son's head injury at a rally, interviews an anonymous self-described goon leader paid by politicians, and features expert Martin Allor on the roots of goonism, state benefits, unemployment, and risks for the 2027 election reminiscent of 2007. Al Jazeera reporter Katherine Soy sources local accounts and on-camera statements; Ruto is quoted acknowledging the issue and pledging action. Allor, a Daystar University lecturer, provides analysis on private security misuse and youth recruitment.

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Settlers raid Tel village near Nablus, four Palestinians and two Israelis killed in clashes

Jul 26, 2026

The segment describes an escalation of settler violence in the northern West Bank village of Tel near Nablus. It reports that settlers initiated an attack killing four Palestinians, with two Israelis also dying, followed by military responses including collective punishment and a hospital raid in Nablus where patients and staff were detained.

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Settler attack in Tel kills four Palestinians, two Israelis; Netanyahu vows settlement expansion

Jul 26, 2026

The segment covers a July 24 settler raid on Tel village near Nablus that left four Palestinians and two Israelis dead, followed by Palestinian arrests, tear gas use, home arsons, and a Kusra mosque attack. It includes a Tel Aviv protest calling for an arms embargo. Analyst Phyllis Bennis discusses lack of settler accountability, blurred settler-IDF lines, limited Israeli democracy, settlement growth, opposition weakness, and the role of US military aid.

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Iran summons Ukrainian diplomat over Caspian Sea vessel strike killing sailor

Jul 25, 2026

The segment covers Iran's summoning of Ukraine's diplomatic chief of mission following a reported Ukrainian strike on an Iranian commercial vessel in the Caspian Sea on July 25, 2026. Iran states one sailor was killed and another injured, calling it a violation of the UN Charter and an attempt to expand the Russia-Ukraine war. Ukraine maintains the targets were Russian vessels transporting Iran-linked military cargo, with Zelensky also alleging Russian satellite support to Iran for strikes in the Middle East. Iran denies involvement in the Ukraine conflict and reiterates readiness for mediation while warning of self-defense. The report includes context on US naval pressure on Iran and features live commentary from Al Jazeera's correspondent in Tehran.

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Epstein survivors urge Senate to reject Todd Blanche as attorney general over file release

Jul 25, 2026

The Al Jazeera English short reports that Epstein survivors, including Dani Bensky, are urging senators to block Todd Blanche's confirmation as attorney general. It centers on their complaints about the DOJ's release of nearly 3.5 million Epstein-related documents while Blanche was deputy AG, which they say included inadequate redactions of personal and abuse details. Bensky describes repeated unsuccessful attempts to meet Blanche beforehand, a meeting held only after Republican Sen. Thom Tillis demanded it, and survivors' view that it was merely a procedural step. The piece highlights survivors' ongoing advocacy work testifying and correcting government actions years after Epstein's death.

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Ben-Gvir leads thousands in Al-Aqsa compound incursion on Tisha B'Av

Jul 25, 2026

The segment covers a July 23, 2026 incursion into the Al-Aqsa/Temple Mount compound by Itamar Ben-Gvir and thousands of Israeli settlers and far-right activists during Tisha B'Av. It describes flag-raising, prayers, canopy installation, police protection, and simultaneous restrictions on Palestinian worshipers. It references Ben-Gvir's synagogue ambitions, the recent detention of the Grand Mufti, Netanyahu's January statements on access, West Bank checkpoint rules and permit revocations post-October 2023, and draws a parallel to the 1994 Hebron mosque division.

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South Korea seeks UNESCO World Heritage expansion for four more tidal flats

Jul 25, 2026

The segment reports on South Korea's proposal to add four tidal flats (Muan, Goheung, Yeosu, Seosan) to its existing UNESCO Getbol World Heritage site. It describes the ecological role of the mudflats, threats from past reclamation and climate change, the 2023 Scout Jamboree issues at a former reclamation site, and shifting local support for protection. It draws on on-site reporting from Muan, includes quotes from advocates and fishermen, and notes the recent IUCN recommendation while acknowledging limits of UNESCO status against ongoing climate impacts.

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Mexico probes possible FBI role in 2024 Zambada arrest after plane museum display

Jul 25, 2026

The segment examines controversy over the July 2024 arrest of Sinaloa cartel co-founder Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada, who was flown from Mexico to the US on a Beechcraft King Air by Joaquín Guzmán López. It covers the plane's recent display at a US air museum on loan from the FBI, Mexican authorities' investigation into possible US operational involvement, and resulting diplomatic friction.

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Meliá, Iberostar and Barceló exit Cuba operations as US sanctions hit tourism ministry

Jul 24, 2026

The broadcast covers the July 2026 withdrawal of three major Spanish hotel chains—Meliá, Iberostar, and Barceló—from Cuba, effective around July 24 for the largest. It attributes the exits to expanded Trump administration sanctions banning transactions with Cuba's tourism ministry and links them to a six-month US fuel blockade. Segments include a Cuban deputy foreign minister quote rejecting US control, Havana street interviews expressing concern over lost tourism income, and references to a UN-described grave humanitarian crisis. The report speculates on raised stakes for potential US military intervention.

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Al Jazeera reports record 3,300-plus billionaires with wealth up sharply on AI gains

Jul 24, 2026

The segment opens with data on rising billionaire numbers and wealth, links the surge to AI investment, and contrasts it with stalled progress on extreme poverty and middle-class cost-of-living pressures. It includes field reporting, graphics on wealth shares and CEO pay ratios, and a panel discussion. Guests are Ian Golden (Oxford), Lucas Chancel (World Inequality Lab), and Quzi Oang (Oxfam Africa). Sourcing draws on Oxfam-style reports, Brookings, World Bank references, and Goldman Sachs projections; the discussion threads through taxation, redistribution, and policy choices as solutions.

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Israel airstrikes hit Maghazi refugee camp building after October 2025 ceasefire

Jul 24, 2026

The segment reports rapid deterioration in Gaza after the US-brokered ceasefire, focusing on an Israeli airstrike destroying a five-story building and seven homes in Maghazi refugee camp. Residents search rubble for shelter amid ongoing uncertainty and fear. Al Jazeera correspondent on site describes families clearing debris and attributes continued strikes to Israel's lack of restrictions. It notes Hamas urging mediators to enforce the deal while criticizing Washington's silence on violations.

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CENTCOM strikes Iranian military sites in 11th night of July operations

Jul 24, 2026

Al Jazeera English reports US Central Command strikes on Iranian command centers, drone storage, and maritime sites in multiple provinces, with explosions noted in Bandar Abbas and Ahvaz where four deaths are reported. Iran vows retaliation and claims drone attacks on US facilities at Sheikh Isa base in Bahrain and Al-Azraq base in Jordan. The segment includes Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi's statement on asset seizures and diplomacy. Correspondent from Tehran details expanded targeting beyond southern provinces and Iran's position that the US is undermining the memorandum of understanding.

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Al Jazeera English reports four Palestinians killed in Tell village near Nablus

Jul 24, 2026

The segment opens with breaking news of four Palestinians killed and four injured near Nablus in the West Bank. Palestinian authorities and local reports attribute the deaths to Israeli settlers firing at homes in Tell village, with Israeli forces also involved. The correspondent describes settlers entering under the pretext of hiking, opening fire, and notes one account of a Palestinian seizing a weapon. The Israeli army is said to have reported one Israeli killed. The report details restricted medical access, sieges, and helicopters evacuating Israelis. It places the incident amid a pattern of recent settler attacks.

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UN Secretary-General candidates field questions on Strait of Hormuz and institutional relevance

Jul 23, 2026

Al Jazeera English covered a July 23 Global Town Hall in New York featuring UN Secretary-General candidates. The segment focused on their responses to a question about the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing conflicts, with Rebeca Grynspan referencing her role in the Black Sea grain initiative, Guyana's ambassador Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett pledging persistence, and IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi noting the UN's absence from major conflicts.

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UK mosques report 70 attacks amid 19% rise in anti-Muslim hate crimes

Jul 23, 2026

The segment covers heightened security at East London Mosque due to repeated bomb threats and hate mail, rejections or delays in government protective funding, and self-funded security measures. It highlights statements from mosque leaders and the British Muslim Trust on threats and incidents including arson at Peacehaven Mosque in October 2025 and a replica mosque burned on a Northern Ireland bonfire in July 2026. It cites official police-recorded hate crime data for the year to March 2025 and British Muslim Trust figures on 70 mosque attacks, alongside a UK Home Office statement on processing funding applications.

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